equitable
adjective
eq·ui·ta·ble
ˈe-kwə-tə-bəl 
1
: having or exhibiting equity : dealing fairly and equally with all concerned
an equitable settlement of the dispute
2
: existing or valid in equity as distinguished from law
an equitable defense
Synonyms
Examples of equitable in a Sentence
They reached an equitable settlement of their dispute.
fighting for a more equitable distribution of funds
an equitable system of taxation
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To her, a better America includes criminal justice reform and equitable healthcare.
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Sam Woodward, USA TODAY, 9 Aug. 2024
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—Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 8 Aug. 2024
President Joe Biden’s administration has invested more heavily in public transportation than any previous administration, noting the importance of efficient, sustainable and equitable mobility across U.S. cities.
—Sarah M. Kaufman, Scientific American, 6 Aug. 2024
Why some families choose homeschooling Children with disabilities are legally entitled to a fair and equitable education in public schools.
—Anna North, Vox, 5 Aug. 2024
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Sam Woodward, USA TODAY, 9 Aug. 2024
Diversity, equity and inclusion, or DEI, has become a major topic of discussion in the corporate world over the last few years, with companies looking to better represent their customer base and offer a more inviting environment and equitable opportunities to their employees.
—Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 8 Aug. 2024
President Joe Biden’s administration has invested more heavily in public transportation than any previous administration, noting the importance of efficient, sustainable and equitable mobility across U.S. cities.
—Sarah M. Kaufman, Scientific American, 6 Aug. 2024
Why some families choose homeschooling Children with disabilities are legally entitled to a fair and equitable education in public schools.
—Anna North, Vox, 5 Aug. 2024
See all Example Sentences for equitable
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“Equitable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/equitable. Accessed 19 Aug. 2024.
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equitable
adjective
eq·ui·ta·ble
ˈek-wət-ə-bəl
: being fair or just
reached an equitable settlement of their dispute
equitableness
noun
Legal Definition
equitable
adjective
eq·ui·ta·ble
ˈe-kwi-tə-bəl
1
: having or exhibiting equity : dealing fairly and equally
shall allocate…payments in an equitable manner—U.S. Code
U.S. Code2
: existing or valid in equity or as a matter of equity as distinguished from law
an equitable defense
compare legal sense 4
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